Direction: Francesca Archibugi

The best movies, series, and documentaries directed by Francesca Archibugi. Explore exceptional titles that showcase a unique filmmaking vision.


The Great Pumpkin

1993 · Movie · 95 min. · Italy

Direction Francesca Archibugi

Cast Sergio Castellitto · Gigi Reder · Laura Betti · Anna Galiena

Synopsis The Great Pumpkin (1993) follows the story of Valentina, a young woman who, after enduring years of medical treatment for what appears to be epilepsy, is transferred to a psychiatric clinic. There, she encounters Arturo, a dedicated psychiatrist grappling with...

6.8

35 votes

6.8

35 votes

Towards Evening

1990 · Movie · 99 min. · Italy

6.6

66 votes

6.6

66 votes

A Stroke of Luck

2009 · Movie · 104 min. · Italy

Direction Francesca Archibugi

Cast Antonio Albanese · Kim Rossi Stuart · Micaela Ramazzotti · Francesca Inaudi

Synopsis A Stroke of Luck (2009) follows the unlikely friendship between Angelo, a devoted family man, and Alberto, a eccentric and successful writer known for his loudmouthed and clumsy demeanor. Their paths cross in the emergency room after both suffer heart...

6.6

82 votes

6.6

82 votes

Mignon Has Come to Stay

1988 · Movie · 96 min. · Italy

Direction Francesca Archibugi

Cast Stefania Sandrelli · Jean-Pierre Duriez · Leonardo Ruta · Céline Beauvallet

Synopsis Mignon Has Come to Stay (1988) follows the story of Giorgio (Leonardo Ruta), who becomes enamored with his charming yet snobbish 16-year-old cousin Mignon (Celine Beauvallet). Mignon, a wealthy Parisian, spends her summer holidays in Italy, where she captures Giorgio's...

6.6

25 votes

6.6

25 votes

The Hummingbird

2022 · Movie · 126 min. · Italy

Direction Francesca Archibugi

Cast Pierfrancesco Favino · Kasia Smutniak · Bérénice Bejo · Nanni Moretti

Synopsis The Hummingbird (2022) chronicles the life of Marco Carrera, portrayed by Favino, spanning several decades. The narrative begins with Marco's deep, platonic bond with Luisa Lattes, played by Bejo. However, Marco's life takes a different turn when he marries Marina,...

6.2

102 votes

6.2

102 votes

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Shooting the Moon

1998 · Movie · 88 min. · Italy

Direction Francesca Archibugi

Cast Valeria Golino · Niccolò Senni · Francesca Di Giovanni · Sergio Rubini

Synopsis Shooting the Moon (1998) centers around a young girl who sustains an injury from her mother's syringe. Her teenage half-brother, concerned about potential HIV and hepatitis exposure, attempts to persuade her to undergo testing without informing their parents. This well-intentioned...

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Giulia ha picchiato Filippo (S)

2012 · Documentary · 20 min. · Italy

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With Closed Eyes

1994 · Movie · 113 min. · Italy

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La Storia

2024 · Series · Italy

Direction Francesca Archibugi

Cast Jasmine Trinca · Valerio Mastandrea · Elio Germano · Asia Argento

Synopsis La Storia (2024) follows the life of Ida Ramundo, a widow of Jewish descent living in 1941, who faces a harrowing ordeal when she is assaulted by a German soldier. The trauma of this event leads to an unexpected pregnancy,...

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To Live

2019 · Movie · 103 min. · Italy

Direction Francesca Archibugi

Cast Micaela Ramazzotti · Adriano Giannini · Massimo Ghini · Marcello Fonte

Synopsis To Live (2019) follows the story of Luca Attorre, a freelance journalist navigating the challenges of modern life in Rome. Struggling to make ends meet, he resides in a modest suburban home with his wife Susi, a former ballerina now...

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Tomorrow

2001 · Movie · 104 min. · Italy

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